Introduction to Focusing 4-Week Course

Focusing is a powerful technique that allows us to truly listen to ourselves and others, leading to a more present and authentic way of living. This practice can be used in various settings, such as part of psychotherapy, Bodywork, Art therapy or simply connecting with our inner selves. By engaging in this deep exploration, we can uncover hidden insights and find unexpected solutions to our challenges. Focusing is a gentle and secure approach, ensuring our emotional well-being throughout the process. It enables us to delve into our inner world and discover the wisdom that resides within us. This transformative practice holds the potential to bring about profound change and a greater sense of fulfillment in our lives. 

Focusing, a therapeutic technique developed in the 1960s and 1970s, originated from the research conducted by Dr. Eugene Gendlin. By studying both patients and therapists, Gendlin sought to uncover the key factors that led to successful outcomes in therapy. Surprisingly, he found that the technique employed by the therapist was not the determining factor. Instead, Gendlin discovered that the patients' ability to connect with their own experiences during therapy sessions made a significant difference. Through his extensive research, Gendlin identified steps that successful patients were already utilizing, which he named "Focusing"

This course with Marie Connors is a powerful and deep introduction to listening to the body’s wisdom.

About the Teacher

Marie is a Registered Craniosacral Therapist, Massage Therapist and a Focusing Professional & Trainer with over 15 years experience in the field of bodywork. She is a certified member of The International Focusing Institute and the British Focusing Association. She is passionate about sharing the gifts of Focusing with others.